The difference between Grouchy and Tetchy

When used as adjectives, grouchy means irritable, whereas tetchy means easily annoyed or irritated.


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  1. Grouchy as an adjective (originally, student slang):

    Irritable; easily upset; angry; tending to complain.

    Examples:

    "His boss gets grouchy when deadlines draw near."

  1. Tetchy as an adjective:

    Easily annoyed or irritated; peevish, testy or irascible.

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